SE27 9TU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Aubyn Hill, 0.3km from West Norwood in Lambeth. Administratively it sits within Gipsy Hill ward and the Dulwich and West Norwood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SE27 9TU is a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 49% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lambeth.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £337k.
Census 2021 statistics for SE27 9TU are sourced from Output Area E00015452 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
AUBYN HILL, SE27 9TU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AUBYN HILL, SE27 9TU.
279
35
£ 48,800 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE27 9TU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
SE27 9TU has a significant social housing presence — 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE27 9TU. The average age is 34.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 337,000
1 sales · Mean £ 337,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SE27 9TU has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
Kingswood Primary School
The Norwood School
Elm Wood School
St Joseph's RC Infant School
St Joseph's RC Junior School
Priory School
Julian's School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
39 nearby- Afghan Stores0.9 km
- Blackbird Bakery1.0 km
- Post Office/Supermarket0.9 km
- Sustenonce0.7 km
- ATM Food & Wine0.4 km
- + 34 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- The Horns Tavern0.8 km
- The Paxton0.6 km
- The Rosendale1.0 km
- The Bricklayers Arms0.4 km
- The Great Southern1.0 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- Crown Kebab0.8 km
- La Cucina Di Daffy0.8 km
- Gipsy Rose Cafe0.6 km
- Golden Bowl0.6 km
- O' Girasol1.0 km
- + 26 more
Takeaway Shop
26 nearby- Good Taste Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Kebab Hut0.7 km
- Knights Hill Fish Bar0.7 km
- Maxin Fried Chicken0.8 km
- Mojo Takeaway0.8 km
- + 21 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Iceland Foods1.0 km
- Tesco0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- West Norwood0.7 km
- Gipsy Hill0.8 km
- Sydenham Hill1.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SE279TU · Data under Open Government Licence